Student PR Specialist

STAS - Student Assistant

UF Information Technology (UFIT) is seeking a Student PR Specialist to join the IT-Communications team. Being a Student PR Specialist for UFIT is an excellent opportunity to learn about managing a communications channel portfolio and telling great stories across the digital sphere. You’ll get the experience needed for the next level!

Employment with UFIT provides an excellent opportunity to work with other dedicated employees focused on understanding and interpreting the technological needs of the University of Florida’s innovative and inspirational community.

This position is year-round. The primary work location for this position is in the 720 Building (720 S.W. 2^nd Avenue), one block east of Infinity Hall.

UFIT’s Student PR Specialist supports the communications and outreach needs of the division by:

• Writing, photographing, and editing content for two social media channels
• Developing video scripts and being on-cam for student-focused video messages uploaded to UFIT’s YouTube channel
• Writing content and submitting web requests about IT-based services to a variety of UF communication channels
• Creating graphics using Canva or desktop publishing platforms
• Serving on a team that delivers on numerous PR plans and outreach events throughout the year
• Evaluating content and metrics of UFIT’s website and social media as well as those of the top-10 public universities (peer review analysis)

About UF Information Technology

UF Information Technology comprises eight departments reporting to the Vice President and Chief Information Officer: Academic Technology; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. With established governance advisory committees and a set of well-defined, transparent processes aiding decision-making, UFIT strives to provide exceptional IT services in support of UF’s mission. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit http://www.it.ufl.edu/vp-cio-office/strategic-plan/.

Learn more about UFIT at https://it.ufl.edu/ and @GoGatorsUFIT.

About the University of Florida

The University of Florida (UF) is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university, with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings) and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer various programs, including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

Benefits

Achieving a top-6 public university ranking means we prioritize employing and working with people with various experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives to discover new ways to leverage technology for teaching, learning, research, and the business needs of a comprehensive land-grant institution.

$14.50/hour

This position is open to all students eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average.

The ideal candidate will possess the following education, experience, and skills:

• A current undergraduate or graduate student graduating no earlier than Fall 2025
• Well-versed in AP Style
• Able to clearly communicate value, whether it’s in a social media post, story, or video script
• Comfortable engaging with university faculty, students, and staff
• Basic Excel skills

The dress code for this position is business medium attire for each shift (e.g., no t-shirts, shorts, or flip flops.)

This is a part-time position. Student PR Specialists may work between 10 and 20 hours per week, depending on schedule.

Applicants are required to submit the following with their application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume or CV
• Professional References (Minimum of 3)

The application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.